In addition to gunshot-like sounds, probably caused by the ground freezing and cracking(Frost quake or Cryoseism) last night, our homes were…
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As any retired grandfather with a toolbox knows, living in an older home can often mean substituting Sunday football for weekend…
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It often doesn’t take a professional home inspector to point out issues with the walls, ceilings, and floors. Truth be told,…
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No matter how much curb-appeal it has, or how much it boasts that trendy and updated interior, you never really know…
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As our owner Jim Ullom puts it, “Attention to detail on window and door inspections is often overlooked by many inspection…
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Each year, there are over 3,000 fire-related deaths in the United States, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. For those that…
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At Certified Home Inspections, whether you’re preparing for your house to hit the market, or a potential buyer with your heart…
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When your real estate agent calls to tell you the good news – congratulations, the house is sold! – don’t celebrate…
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“Why didn’t they tell us about that?” Recently, one of our clients purchased a home, a tri-level built in 1970 located…
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Our customers often ask about the importance and need of radon testing in Indiana. They’re basic questions typically include: “Do we…
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When you hear someone using bathroom humor by saying they’re “going to the crapper,” you can thank Thomas Crapper. When you…
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Certified Home Inspections has discovered approximately 80% of homes in northwest Indiana are inadequately vented causing homeowners unwanted, unexpected expenses. Improper…
Read MoreCertified Home Inspections offers home buyers discounted rates for property inspections performed on homes that are considered “Foreclosure or Sold As-Is”….
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Residential water damage in the United States accounts for billions of dollars annually. Abrupt and slow trickling leaks caused by faulty…
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Approximately 51,000 house fires occur annually in the United States, accounting for 500 deaths, 1,500 serious injuries, and over $1.3 billion…
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Certified Home Inspections promise is to exceed the expectations of our client by performing a furnace inspection unlike our competition. Therefore,…
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A roof, like a furnace, air conditioner, set of windows, or driveway, can be expensive to replace. The cost of roof…
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In our never-ending attempt to provide the best possible service for our expanding customer base, we recently received our Property Condition…
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Certified Home Inspections offers water testing for Bacteria, Lead, and Nitrates/Nitrites for well water systems in northwest Indiana. Occasionally, a water…
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The lot drainage and grounds inspection are two important aspects and the starting point of each home inspection. Our inspectors begin…
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